Youth Worker

Youth Workers provide practical and emotional support to children and young people. The average salary of a Youth Worker is $51,996 per annum.

As a Youth Worker, you'll facilitate programs that address the behavioural, welfare and protection needs of your clients with additional duties including administration, project planning, and youth supervision.

Average salary

$51,996 P/A

Source: seek.com.au (October 2017)

Min average salary

$46,694 P/A

Source: seek.com.au (October 2017)

Max average salary

$57,298 P/A

Source: seek.com.au (October 2017)

Job growth

Projection: 19% more Youth Workers employed in Australia in 2020 (compared to 2015)

Source: joboutlook.gov.au

Employment by region

The top three regions for employment as a Youth Worker are:

NSW: 34.2%

VIC: 19.1%

QLD: 17.4%

Source: joboutlook.gov.au

Key skills required

Able to take initiative

Leadership qualities

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Able to work independently

A non-judgemental attitude

Able to plan and organise

Source: myfuture.edu.au

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Starting out

Become a qualified Youth Worker and assist young people with their challenges, maintain their safety, and facilitate community programs.